Short-Term Accounts Payable Analyst
THE ROLE:
Accounts Payable Analyst
We’re looking for…
From ensuring all Rue associates receive paychecks, to breaking down the company’s budgets, it’s safe to say we’d be lost without this department. Did we mention these superheroes also handle government compliance? Enough said.
Purpose and Scope:
Reporting to the Controller, the Accounts Payable Analyst position is an integral part of the accounting team with responsibilities for ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and ownership of the accounts payable process. Perform a variety of routine and non-routine clerical/accounting functions in accordance with established procedures. Assist with preparing required month-end entries as directed. In addition, responsible for assistance in other special projects, including completion of 1099’s, documenting procedures, and interacting with auditors. As needed, act as back-up for other AP staff, including Supervisor.
What you’ll accomplish…
- Process invoices, check requests, and T&E reimbursements
- Initiate and prepare weekly check runs
- Prepare and post wire transfer payments
- Maintain vendor records and files as needed
- Participate in ongoing mission for all vendors to set up ACH payment
- As assigned, participate in accounting month-end process
- Create standardized departmental forms/templates as needed
- Build strong customer relations, external and internal partners includingopen and continual communication with vendors and internal customers such as warehouse staff, event coordinators and merchandising specialist - Troubleshoot isolated problems - Solve recurring issues
- Cross train on all key responsibilities within the AP department
- Monitor Rue La La Invoices mailbox
- Handle various administrative tasks such as mail, scanning, filing, archiving, faxing, photocopying and proofreading
There’s More…
- As needed, act as back-up for other AP staff, including Manager.
- Perform a variety of routine and non-routine clerical/accounting functions in accordance with established procedures.
THE RIGHT FIT:
You have…
- Strong knowledge of Accounting and Accounts Payable principles
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail is a must
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high volume environment
- Able to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of MS Office, Word, Excel and Outlook
- Advanced Excel experience
- Experience in an ERP accounting system such as People Soft
- General Ledger and Accounts Payable account reconciliation
- Ability to communicate with co-workers and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner
- Take ownership of accounting responsibility and workflow
Bonus points for…
If you’ve got everything going on above, you’re already a strong fit.
If you have the following too? You earn some extra credit from us.
- Being team-oriented and able to interact effectively and influence people at all levels and across all functions of the organization.
- 1-2 years accounts payable experience
- Accounts Payable experience in a retail, business to business or business to consumer environment preferred
ABOUT THE FINANCE TEAM:
Fun, dedicated, hard-working team who truly loves our impact on Rue La La! We manage the operating expenses of the company and make impactful decisions on a daily basis. We work closely with every department across the company and regularly interact with senior management.
ABOUT US:
Rue La La combines world-class merchandising, technology and marketing to create the most engaging and satisfying online shopping experience available. Each day, 15+ million loyal Members turn to Rue La La for everything from women, men and children's apparel and accessories to home décor and exclusive experiences. Our approach to retail brings excitement to online shopping in a way that not only strategically supports our brand partners, but also inspires our Members daily.
This Company is an equal opportunity employer, and selects individuals best matched for the job based upon job-related qualifications regardless of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.